49 m. ago PM calls stringent mechanisms to eliminate counterfeit medicines’ trade

Premier Shehbaz reiterates govt’s unwavering commitment to delivering quality healthcare to citizens Emphasizes provision of best possible healthcare facilities to the public remains govt’s top priority Vows no political interference would be tolerated in the implementation of health reforms ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed the deployment of advanced technology to eliminate […]

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50 m. ago PM directs finalization of industrial policy at earliest to boost production

PM Shehbaz describes industrial sector as backbone of the country’s exports, stresses industry development to achieving export-led economic growth Notes uncertain industrial policies have hindered industrial growth, saying through effective policy, industrial development will be taken to new heights ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed to finalize the industrial policy at the […]

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54 m. ago Pakistan issues travel advisory for Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, and Syria

ISLAMABAD – The Government of Pakistan has issued an official travel advisory urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, and Syria due to the evolving security situation in the region. In a statement released on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advised Pakistani nationals currently residing in these countries to remain extremely […]

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58 m. ago President Zardari briefed on navy’s readiness, praises ‘operation haq’ success

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari visited the Naval Headquarters on Wednesday, where he was briefed on Pakistan Navy’s operational preparedness and recent achievements in ‘Operation Haq’. Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf welcomed the president and presented a guard of honour on his arrival. The president paid tribute at the Martyrs’ Monument, laying […]

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78 m. ago Pakistan goes electric: New EV policy aims to transform transport by 2030

ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan has unveiled the National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, aiming to transform the country’s transport sector with clean, affordable, and energy-efficient mobility solutions. The policy sets a bold target: 30% of all new vehicles sold by 2030 will be electric. Addressing a press conference, Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant […]

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87 m. ago Field Marshal Asim Munir lauds diplomatic bravery of Saima Saleem in service to Nation

RAWALPINDI – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir showered praise on Ms. Saima Saleem, a visually

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2 h. ago New List of Top Pakistani Universities in QS World University Rankings 2026

ISLAMABAD – QS World University Rankings 2026 is out now, with prestigious institutions of Engineering, Science and Management taking top

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2 h. ago Pakistan condemns Israel’s attacks on Iran, urges immediate action from UN and global community

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s recent aggression against Iran on Thursday, urging the United Nations and the international community to act immediately to halt the military strikes and hold Israel accountable. The Foreign Office spokesperson, Shafqat Ali Khan, called the Israeli strikes a violation of Iran’s sovereignty, stressing that they contravene international law and […]

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4 h. ago Trump hosts Field Marshal Asim Munir in historic White House meeting

ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump hosted Field Marshal Asim Munir in an unprecedented meeting at the White House on Wednesday, praising the Pakistani military leader for playing a key role in averting a war between Pakistan and India. Trump commended Munir for his efforts to prevent further escalation of tensions between the two nuclear powers, […]

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4 h. ago From Arif Habib to Fauji Fertilizer: Which Bigwigs are lining up to take over PIA?

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s loss making state-owned entity PIA was once a symbol of national pride and but is now a

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5 h. ago Pakistan achieves over 99% drop in polio cases, says health minister

ISLAMABAD – Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal announced that Pakistan has achieved a remarkable 99% reduction in polio cases, highlighting the government’s firm commitment to eradicating the disease entirely. Speaking at a joint session of Gavi and the Polio Oversight Board (POB) via video link, the minister represented Pakistan and shared key updates on the […]

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5 h. ago Pakistan gaining global ground: Defence minister praises army chief’s US visit as diplomatic milestone

ISLAMABAD – Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has hailed Pakistan’s growing influence on military, economic, and diplomatic fronts, calling the recent visit of Pakistan’s Army Chief to the United States a major diplomatic breakthrough. Speaking to reporters at Parliament House, Asif said the historic meeting between Pakistan’s top military official and US President Donald Trump reflected […]

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5 h. ago Senate informed: 2,500 civil servants hold dual nationalities, bill still pending

ISLAMABAD – The Senate was informed on Wednesday that around 2,500 civil servants, including four federal secretaries, currently hold dual nationality. The revelation sparked debate during the ongoing budget session, highlighting national security and policy concerns. PML-N Senator Afnan Ullah Khan, who raised the issue, stated that he had submitted a bill to ban dual-national […]

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5 h. ago Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Pakistan weather: Severe heat to persist

ISLAMABAD – Severe heat will likely persist in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and parts of Pakistan on Friday and Saturday. According to

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5 h. ago “Terrifying nights and missile sirens”: Pakistanis recall horror after returning from Iran

ISLAMABAD – As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, hundreds of Pakistani citizens who were living or traveling in Iran have returned home, sharing harrowing accounts of fear, chaos, and destruction. Mohammad Hassan, a student at the University of Tehran, recently returned to Pakistan and described the terrifying experience. “Those nights were horrifying,” he said. […]

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6 h. ago PM Shehbaz urges swift finalization of national industrial policy to boost local manufacturing

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to quickly finalize the National Industrial Policy in consultation with all relevant stakeholders. Chairing a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Thursday, he emphasized the importance of resolving industrial sector challenges and speeding up local manufacturing growth. The Prime Minister said domestic industries are key to achieving export-led economic […]

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6 h. ago Pakistani sisters drown in UK’s North Wales; calls for investigation

LONDON: Two Pakistani sisters, Hajra Zahid, 29, and Haleema Zahid, 25, tragically drowned at Eryri National Park in North Wales on June 11, while visiting the Watkin Pools in the Nant Gwynant area. The sisters, postgraduate students at the University of Chester, were pulled from the water by emergency responders, with one still submerged. Both […]

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7 h. ago Pakistan urges UN and global community to stop Israeli aggression against Iran

Islamabad: Pakistan’s Foreign Office has strongly condemned what it called unprovoked and illegal Israeli aggression against Iran, urging the United Nations and the international community to take immediate action to stop it. Speaking at a weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Mahmood said that the Israeli military strikes are a direct violation of Iran’s […]

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7 h. ago PTA celebrates 200 million mobile users with free data and call package

ISLAMABAD – In a major announcement, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has revealed that the number of mobile phone users in the country has reached 200 million. To mark this achievement, PTA is offering free mobile data and call minutes to all users. According to PTA Chairman, every mobile user will receive 2 GB of […]

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7 h. ago Pakistan raises Rs1.2 trillion through government bond auction

Islamabad: Pakistan has successfully raised over Rs1.2 trillion through a large-scale government bond auction, marking a major step in the country’s debt management and financial reform strategy. A significant portion of this amount—Rs47 billion—was collected through the launch of the country’s first-ever 15-year zero-coupon bond, which attracted strong demand from investors. Unlike traditional bonds, zero-coupon […]

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